Many park lakes welcome kayakers and canoers. White water rafting trips are available south of the park and Jackson Hole in the Snake River Canyon. Take the Signal Mountain Summit Road which climbs about 800 feet so you get wonderful views of the mountains as well as Jackson Hole Valley and Jackson Lake.ĭuring the summer months enjoy a scenic float down the Snake River, below the towering peaks of the Grand Tetons. Jenny Lake Scenic Drive goes around Jenny Lake, with incredible views of the mountains. The 42-mile long Scenic Loop Drive will take you around Grand Teton National Park so you can take in all the sights. No matter where you go in Grand Teton, you are sure to see some animals in their natural environment. Near the Snake River at Jackson Lake Dam bison and elk graze, and beavers and moose love the willows near the water. On the forested ridge southeast of Jenny Lake, spot pronghorn antelope and elk. You’ll see moose near the water getting a drink at places like Oxbow Bend or along the Moose-Wilson Road, and elk grazing or beavers building their home. The best time to do your wildlife watching is in the early morning as the sun starts to rise. Head up to higher elevations to see rosy finches, water pipits, osprey, and bald and golden eagles. Catch a glimpse of the violet-green swallows among the Aspen stands on the hills. Grab your binoculars and walk through the lovely Lodgepole pines to see mountain chickadees, dark-eyed juncos and yellow-rumped warblers and more. For mountain bike trails, head to Jackson, Wyoming's Snow King Mountain, Cache Creek, and Teton Pass.īringing your own horse is permitted in some areas of the park, but you can also take guided horseback rides in a number of areas. Riding through the wilderness on horseback is a great way to see the park. There is one multi-use biking path from Dornans to Jenny Lake that is open, although others are planned. Biking is only permitted on roadways and designated paths. If you are ready to tackle a multi-day trip, try the Teton Crest Trail which runs along the Death Canyon Shelf and connects a number of the park's canyons, from Teton Pass to Paintbrush Canyon.īiking is always a popular activity in Grand Teton. Moderate trails are the Phelps Lake Overlook, Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point in Cascade Canyon, Hermitage Point at Colter Bay, Two Ocean Lake, and Signal Mountain. You should be aware that the terrain can be quite rugged and sudden weather changes can take you by surprise.Ī couple easy trails are the Jenny Lake Loop, Leigh Lake and String Lake Loops, Polecat Creek Loop at Flagg Ranch, the Lakeshore Trail and Heron Pond & Swan Lake Trail at Colter Bay. There are many trails within Grand Teton National Park that will give you great scenic views as well as the opportunity to see some of the wildlife inhabiting the park. You can also do some backcountry camping, where you will get out into the wilderness and experience Mother Nature up close and personal. There are six campgrounds within the park where you can sleep out under the stars (or in your RV) and enjoy the quiet and solitude. There are numerous adventures to be had at Grand Teton National Park. November 1st to April 30th: 9 am to 5 pm.September 8th to October 31st: 8 am to 5 pm.Although the other ranger stations and visitor centers are closed for the winter, the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center in Moose, WY is open all year (closed Christmas Day). The inner park road typically closes from the Bradley Taggart Trailhead to the north during the winter. Grand Teton National Park is accessible all year, although you should contact the park for any road closures. Grand Teton National Park is located in northwestern Wyoming, just south of Yellowstone Park, and north of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The snow-capped peaks, the pine forests and pristine lakes will capture your heart. A vacation in Grand Teton National Park will show you the most breathtaking scenery and the most exciting outdoor adventures you could want on any western vacation.
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